Although they were soldiers, they were the ones who least desired war. Every single soldier in this border city loathed the bandits who had provoked these conflicts. In the past, everyone only thought about killing the enemy to earn merits. However, ever since Prefect Gu arrived, he made them understand that their years of guarding the border weren't just for building a career, but more importantly, fueled by a deep sense of patriotism and duty to their homeland.
Before, the commoners couldn't hide fast enough when they saw these soldiers. But now? The people of Lu City showed them care and goodwill, so naturally, they wanted to protect the citizens of this city with all their hearts. This winter, the way the bandits were dealt with truly allowed the soldiers to vent their long-held frustrations. The invaders were no longer just reprimanded and released like before; this time, they truly paid the price for daring to trespass.
